Following controversy at York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), which recently decided not to fly the pride flag for Pride Month in June, education minister Stephen Lecce has issued a memo saying “it is incumbent on all school boards” to ensure LGBTQ students feel supported. “That includes celebrating Pride in a constructive, positive and meaningful…
Ontario Education Minister Urges Schools to Celebrate Pride Month After Board Votes Against Flying Flag
Parents Push Back on Pride Month in Ontario Schools
The recent decision by a Catholic school board in Ontario’s York Region not to fly the pride flag during Pride Month in June is emblematic of a province-wide call to halt flag-raisings and other events expected in schools throughout the month. Many parents are looking at pulling their children out of school during such events….
Pride Flag Opposition Erupts in Ontario Catholic School Board
A large group of parents concerned that flying a pride flag doesn’t fit with Catholic values attended a recent York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) meeting on the matter April 25. The police were called as tensions escalated, and it’s not the first time LGBTQ-related discussions have sparked such conflict at the board’s meetings. Some…
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